Get Outside
Beaches, trails, and weekend plans
Potato Chip Rock Hike: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
A complete guide to San Diego's Potato Chip Rock hike. Three routes, 2,130 feet of elevation gain, water and timing tips, and what to expect on the iconic photo.
Black Mountain Trail San Diego: Essential 2026 Hiking Guide
A 4-mile round trip hike to a 1,554-foot summit with 270-degree views from downtown San Diego to Mexico. Free, year-round, dog-friendly — and one of the city's best.
Annie's Canyon Trail Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
A slot canyon hike just off I-5 near Encinitas — narrow sandstone walls, a three-flight ladder, and Pacific Ocean views. 1.8 to 2.4 miles, free, year-round.
Coast Walk Trail La Jolla: The Best Hidden Hike in San Diego (Complete Guide)
A 0.6-mile cliffside trail next to the Cave Store delivers Amalfi Coast views over La Jolla Cove. Free, easy, dog-friendly, and probably the best 15 minutes in San Diego.
Guy Fleming Trail Trailhead: Your Complete Guide to Torrey Pines' Best Coastal Hike
A 0.7-mile loop that's one of San Diego's premier hikes. Ten minutes or ninety — your call. Ocean views, wildflowers, and North America's rarest pine tree packed into every step. The trailhead lot fits eight cars.
Cowles Mountain San Diego: Your Complete Hiking Guide for 2026
San Diego's highest peak packs 950 feet of climbing into 1.5 miles. Here's what to bring, when to go, and what to expect.